Essence Carson Re-signs with Los Angeles Sparks

February 7, 2017

LOS ANGELES, CA – February 7, 2017 – The Los Angeles Sparks re-signed Essence Carson, Executive Vice President and General Manager Penny Toler announced today. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

The 6-foot shooting guard and nine-year WNBA veteran joined the Los Angeles Sparks last season and helped the team win the 2016 WNBA Championship while starting all 34 games for the team, averaging 8.1 PPG.

“Essence’s leadership and toughness were key ingredients in helping us return to Championship form,” said Toler. “I am really glad she has decided to continue her journey with the Sparks.”

As the #7 pick in the first round of the 2008 WNBA Draft, Carson helped the New York Liberty to four post-season appearances in her eight years with the team, including three trips to the Eastern Conference Finals. During her time with the Liberty, she averaged 7.7 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 231 game where she started 119 times and left as the franchise’s history ranked seventh in career points with 1,790 total.

“It’s great to be back in Los Angeles. We did something really special last season and I look forward to putting in the work necessary to be in contention for another championship,” said Essence Carson. “A huge thank you goes out to the entire LA Sparks organization and the City of Angels for welcoming me back with open arms. Here’s to 2017.”

The 2017 Sparks season will tip-off May 13 at 2pm, presented by EquiTrust. The home opener will feature the Championship Ring ceremony. For Sparks’ ticket information, call 844-GO-SPARKS or visit LASparks.com. The LA Sparks can be found on all social media outlets at @la_Sparks.

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